Guitartechworks and D’Addario are offering a giveaway bundle of various guitar accessories and electric guitar strings. Enter to win the prize package and get a nice addition to your tool box or guitar case! We run these contests every few months and enjoy helping our visitors out. We’ve included the bulk pack of strings (25 sets), tuners, humidifiers, neck rest, cable kits for guitar and pedal boards. Just think how cool you can become by just entering and having a chance to win over $600 worth of stuff. I tried to come up with a good well rounded contest with appropriate tools and accessories for electric guitars. I’ll follow up with a similar contest focusing on acoustic guitars next month…need to keep all the string players happy and included!!

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2015/03/the-rolling-stones-us-2015-zip-code-tour/feed/0How to carry your guitar on a plane…http://guitartechworks.com/2015/01/how-to-carry-your-guitar-on-a-plane/
http://guitartechworks.com/2015/01/how-to-carry-your-guitar-on-a-plane/#respondMon, 26 Jan 2015 21:31:52 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=1112So…it’s something we have all been faced with…How to carry your guitar on a plane. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry about it. What you do have to worry about are the uninformed uniformed attendants that will surely want to challenge you when their main concern is the overhead bin space. You know, the the compartments that most people stuff with luggage for a 30 day trip (that Continue reading »

]]>So…it’s something we have all been faced with…How to carry your guitar on a plane. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry about it. What you do have to worry about are the uninformed uniformed attendants that will surely want to challenge you when their main concern is the overhead bin space. You know, the the compartments that most people stuff with luggage for a 30 day trip (that should be checked). My “pet peeve” if you haven’t noticed. I have been really lucky in the past to have never had to check any instruments that I couldn’t fit in an overhead. I’ve always joked with attendants that I checked my 7 bags so I could carry on my guitar on your plane. Laughing, (when successful at bringing it out) seems to work wonders in hotels and on airplanes.

How to carry your guitar on a plane (and other instruments)…

In a nutshell, the reformed definition states “carriers are required to allow passengers to stow their musical instruments in an approved stowage area in the cabin only if at the time the passenger boards the aircraft such stowage space is available”

Also, the revision states carriers are not allowed to require a passenger to remove his or her musical instrument that is already safely stowed (e.g., in the overhead bin) to make room for carry-on baggage of other passengers who boarded the aircraft later than the passenger with the musical instrument.

So, first come, first served here…makes you think the “Early bird” upcharge on Southwest flights is probably worth it going forward. So carry your guitar on and know your rights!! Not to mention I do enjoy getting on a Southwest flight in the first group making it easy to carry your guitar on (and get a seat close to the front to get out as soon as possible). Hopefully this helps you out some so you don’t have to check you guitar in the frozen luggage compartment of your favorite airline.

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2015/01/how-to-carry-your-guitar-on-a-plane/feed/0“Off” the Road Again….http://guitartechworks.com/2014/07/rolling-stones-14-on-fire/
http://guitartechworks.com/2014/07/rolling-stones-14-on-fire/#respondFri, 25 Jul 2014 09:21:09 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=1075The Rolling Stones 14 on Fire Finally home from the Rolling Stones 14 on Fire leg of the European Tour. Had a great trip and got to see some amazing places and amazing gigs. I am very thankful to have had this great opportunity to travel with such a great group, both crew and band. One of the more memorable gigs was in Tel Aviv, Israel. It Continue reading »

Finally home from the Rolling Stones 14 on Fire leg of the European Tour. Had a great trip and got to see some amazing places and amazing gigs. I am very thankful to have had this great opportunity to travel with such a great group, both crew and band. One of the more memorable gigs was in Tel Aviv, Israel. It was extremely hot, on an outdoor stage that had been “baking” in the sun for a few days. The heat radiated from the steel all through the night making for a very challenged climate to work in. The day before the gig, a bus tour was organized to visit Jerusalem to see the Holy Land. From landing in Ben Gurian airport to the Jerusalem visit and out again on the band charter, it was all a very moving and “awakening” tour stop. You don’t really see that much history on the road aside from museums and the like, and this trip was definitely one I wont forget. We flew out on 6/5/2014 and fortunately missed any of the current conflict. Below is an overview from the band’s site that gives a nice description and thank you from the guys.

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2014/07/rolling-stones-14-on-fire/feed/0Rolling Stones 50 and Counting….http://guitartechworks.com/2013/08/rolling-stones-50-and-counting/
http://guitartechworks.com/2013/08/rolling-stones-50-and-counting/#respondThu, 01 Aug 2013 15:35:17 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=1036Derek Phelps just returned from the 2nd leg of The Rolling Stones 50 and Counting Tour (GRRR!) taking care of Darryl Jones. What a great experience and an awesome group of people to work with, both crew and band. “I’m very happy to be home and have a pile of repairs coming my way in the next few days which will keep me quite busy”. Check back for Continue reading »

]]>Derek Phelps just returned from the 2nd leg of The Rolling Stones 50 and Counting Tour (GRRR!) taking care of Darryl Jones. What a great experience and an awesome group of people to work with, both crew and band. “I’m very happy to be home and have a pile of repairs coming my way in the next few days which will keep me quite busy”. Check back for photos as they get approved for posting.

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2013/08/rolling-stones-50-and-counting/feed/0Derek Phelps of Guitar Techworks featured in Total Guitar…The Black Crowes rig reviewhttp://guitartechworks.com/2011/11/derek-phelps-of-guitar-techworks-featured-in-total-guitar-the-black-crowes-rig-review/
http://guitartechworks.com/2011/11/derek-phelps-of-guitar-techworks-featured-in-total-guitar-the-black-crowes-rig-review/#respondMon, 21 Nov 2011 16:50:21 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=977 Guitar Techwork’s founding member Derek Phelps, is featured in the November issue of Total Guitar. Total Guitar caught up with Derek Phelps and The Black Crowes guitarist Rich Robinson in London during their recent European Tour. Rich gives you a candid interview on the current album and the band’s future plans. The ultimate bonus: Derek gives you a two page spread of photos and details offering a one Continue reading »

Guitar Techwork’s founding member Derek Phelps, is featured in the November issue of Total Guitar. Total Guitar caught up with Derek Phelps and The Black Crowes guitarist Rich Robinson in London during their recent European Tour. Rich gives you a candid interview on the current album and the band’s future plans. The ultimate bonus: Derek gives you a two page spread of photos and details offering a one of a kind, behind the scenes look at the gear in Rich’s European rig. It’s a must see. Check it out on the stand or purchase through iTunes.

Although there have been some major announcements from the Crowes camp, I hope you can see some of this story and definitely check out any live show recordings either video or audio. They are the best band live for sure….

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2011/11/derek-phelps-of-guitar-techworks-featured-in-total-guitar-the-black-crowes-rig-review/feed/0GuitarTechWorks Portable Guitar Workstationhttp://guitartechworks.com/2011/06/portable-guitar-workstation/
http://guitartechworks.com/2011/06/portable-guitar-workstation/#respondWed, 22 Jun 2011 00:20:50 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=922 Portable Guitar Workstation We finally found a good supplier for a very useful portable guitar workstation. Suitable for checking as baggage, or easy transport to local gigs, whatever your case may be. This work station has 4 compartments, 3 small and 1 large that is under the body support. AND the best thing about this area is it’s deep enough to hold a roll of gaffer tape!! Continue reading »

We finally found a good supplier for a very useful portable guitar workstation. Suitable for checking as baggage, or easy transport to local gigs, whatever your case may be. This work station has 4 compartments, 3 small and 1 large that is under the body support. AND the best thing about this area is it’s deep enough to hold a roll of gaffer tape!! Dimensions are: 17″ x 20″ x 8″. This is a well built case at a very good price! On sale now for $400.00 Any feedback is welcome as always!! I’ve carried one like this with me on the last 4 Rolling Stones tours. I’ve checked it many times and has resisted any “permanent” damage. Email info@guitartechworks.com for more info or ordering.

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2011/06/portable-guitar-workstation/feed/0Stone Temple Pilots Stage Shotshttp://guitartechworks.com/2011/05/stone-temple-pilots-stage-shots/
http://guitartechworks.com/2011/05/stone-temple-pilots-stage-shots/#respondFri, 20 May 2011 08:12:27 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=842Back on stage for the Stone Temple Pilots show at the Warfield on November 1st, 2010. Two instrument techs take care of the Deleo brothers throughout their powerful, body pounding set of well crafted Rock & Roll. STP are one of the finest – and few – true Rock acts in the World. Our thanks to STP, JETSTREAM, management and staff for their hospitality, and for welcoming Guitar Continue reading »

]]>Back on stage for the Stone Temple Pilots show at the Warfield on November 1st, 2010. Two instrument techs take care of the Deleo brothers throughout their powerful, body pounding set of well crafted Rock & Roll. STP are one of the finest – and few – true Rock acts in the World. Our thanks to STP, JETSTREAM, management and staff for their hospitality, and for welcoming Guitar Techworks to their stage and show.

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2011/05/stone-temple-pilots-stage-shots/feed/0Eagles Stage Shotshttp://guitartechworks.com/2011/02/eagles-stage-shots/
http://guitartechworks.com/2011/02/eagles-stage-shots/#commentsWed, 02 Feb 2011 21:45:25 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=778In our latest addition of “Stage Works”, we bring you photos from the latest Eagles tour. These were shot at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California on September 2, 2010. With over a dozen guitar trunks you’ll see that the band’s four guitar techs have their hands quite full. Special thanks to The Eagles, Victor Rodriguez, and all the Eagles crew for letting Guitar Techworks come down for Continue reading »

]]>In our latest addition of “Stage Works”, we bring you photos from the latest Eagles tour. These were shot at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California on September 2, 2010. With over a dozen guitar trunks you’ll see that the band’s four guitar techs have their hands quite full. Special thanks to The Eagles, Victor Rodriguez, and all the Eagles crew for letting Guitar Techworks come down for a gear tour, some food and fun in Oak-town!

]]>http://guitartechworks.com/2011/02/eagles-stage-shots/feed/1The Black Crowes Stage Photoshttp://guitartechworks.com/2010/11/the-black-crowes-stage-photos/
http://guitartechworks.com/2010/11/the-black-crowes-stage-photos/#respondTue, 02 Nov 2010 17:29:49 +0000http://guitartechworks.com/?p=696The Black Crowes gear shots from HOB in Dallas on 9-26-2010. The Black Crowes always put on a great show, and if you didn’t see them in the past, grab a DVD and check it out… I had the privilege of working for Rich Robinson for 6 years as his tech which gave me the ability to see the world, work with great people and great guitars. It Continue reading »

The Black Crowes gear shots from HOB in Dallas on 9-26-2010.

The Black Crowes always put on a great show, and if you didn’t see them in the past, grab a DVD and check it out… I had the privilege of working for Rich Robinson for 6 years as his tech which gave me the ability to see the world, work with great people and great guitars. It was good to work with a player who cared about tone and gear. That definitely kept me busy and I learned a ton.